U.S. Refugee Program for Afrikaner the Policy: In early 2025, the U.S. launched an immigration carve-out specifically for white South African minorities. It was justified by the administration's claims that white South African farmers face systemic violence, state-backed persecution, and a "genocide" tied to land redistribution policies.Admissions Data: The administration raised the annual U.S. refugee cap, prioritizing the Afrikaner exception. Consequently, virtually all refugees admitted into the United States have been white South Africans.Controversies: The prioritization of Afrikaners has sparked widespread political and international debate. The South African government denies the claims of genocide or anti-white discrimination, viewing the resettlement programs as politically motivated. Human rights groups have also criticized the program for stranding thousands of other displaced persons—including those fleeing war and persecution in other parts of the world.